Anemia of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

• BC renal website http://www.bcrenal.ca/ 

• http://www.bcrenal.ca/resource-gallery/Documents/Management%20of%20Muscle%20Cramps%20in%20Patients%20with%20Chronic%20Kidney%20Disease.pdf

• http://www.bcrenal.ca/resource-gallery/Documents/Management%20of%20Pruritus%20in%20Patients%20with%20Chronic%20Kidney%20Disease.pdf

1. What is the primary cause of decreased RBC production in CKD-related anemia?

a) Increased hepcidin levels

b) Decreased erythropoietin (EPO) production

c) Shortened RBC lifespan

d) Nutritional deficiencies

2. Which of the following is a characteristic of anemia of CKD?

a) Microcytic and hypochromic

b) Macrocytic and hyperchromic

c) Normocytic and normochromic

d) Microcytic and normochromic

3. What is the normal lifespan of red blood cells in a healthy individual?

a) 60–90 days

b) 90–100 days

c) 120 days

d) 150 days

4. What is the purpose of measuring hemoglobin levels in CKD patients?

A) Assess the total body iron stores

B) Evaluate the oxygen-carrying capacity of blood

C) Measure circulating iron available for use

D) Monitor the lifespan of RBCs

5. What is the recommended frequency of hemoglobin monitoring for CKD patients with anemia who are not on ESA therapy?

A) Annually

B) Twice a year

C) Monthly

D) Every 3 months